@CoryAsburyOfficial Your music hits so hard!! Thank you and please keep doing what you are doing and touching so many people. Please continue bringing them to our Father. 🙏🏻🇺🇸❤️
I want you to know that out of the anointed musicians out there, I have the most respect for you and I haven't even met you. Keep loving on your family!
I walked into the prayer room October of 09. I have no grid for the moment. I’m not charismatic I fly from California on the advice of a friend. I was a 40 year old man who had encountered Jesus only 2 years earlier. This hippy looking kid, Corey asbury, is singing “no more shackles, no more chains” and I am overwhelmed with the presence of God and I speak in tounges for the first time because I have no words. And I don’t believe in this stuff. It’s 10pm and the place is packed and wow. What a moment I will never forget it. Life changing does not begin to describe that moment.
As someone who has grown up in the church and seen it all, been jaded, burned, judged, chewed up and spit out...this was SO encouraging to me! By God's grace, I am still in the church, still in ministry, still falling in love with God, day after day. Thank you both so much for your honesty, vulnerability, and 'real-talk'! My heart needed all of this!
@@susanbeecher9831 Well the short version is that I was an absolutely hopeless wretched sinner, and then God chose to save me. The longer version is much longer.
I appreciate the honesty in Cory’s journey and his overall stance too: it speaks volumes to where I’m at in life. Thank you, Cory. And thank you Rita, for hosting him within your podcast space. 🙌🏿✨
When he said "It's clunky for families" I felt that! We were a part of (and still are in a different degree) a local prayer room when we had our first child. At that time, I had a leader come to me at the time and she said "You need to be here! He (our son) needs to grow up in the house of prayer!" . I know she didn't mean to say it in a condemning way, but my response was "He is growing up in a house of prayer. Our home is a house of prayer." and I never heard that comment again. Unfortunately, sometime the HOP structure can be strenuous on families and it is so important for husbands and wives, mothers and fathers to remember that our first ministry, after being a living sacrifice unto God, is our family. If that is failing, all else will as well. Living before the Lord and offering your worship to Him doesn't have to be in a house of prayer, it can be done anywhere! Being called to be an intercessory missionary is a beautiful calling and one that should be followed! But not at the expense of your relationship with your family.
I went to a new life leadership conference once, and Jon Egan said, we need the leaders who will stay hidden in obscurity at their local church and stop looking for fame! It was profound!
I think a leader like Cory is crucial to the future of worship and church. Authenticity spills from him and I believe it’s exactly what gen z is looking for
Yes and thank God for raising up Gen Z to remind us to get back to being honest about faith because that honesty is also what God is looking for from us.
@@rocimo124 He is literally one of the most mainstream milk toast evangelical entertainers active today; he appeals to the widest swath of soft evan-jellyfish hipster "Christians". What in the world are you talking about?
We lived in Colorado Springs and attended New Life when you began leading worship there…the day the lights and electrical things didn’t work, and you played your guitar and lead worship was so amazing….my husband and I looked at each other and said, that was the best worship service we had there….there is something to keeping it simple. Your songs have really blessed me and make me think of my own sons, as if they were written just for them….and praying the Lord will get a hold of them.❤ God bless you Cory!!
I don't know if you will ever see this, but WOW! This discussion was way more than I expected to get out of it! One of my all time favorite worship songs is Reckless Love, and I literally cry every single time. And just listening to all the flack you received, my heart really understands. The church has its issues for sure. I grew up in the church with a pastor as a father, and I watched the church terrorize my family for living in obedience and following His direction. And so I get that feeling. And then when I heard your story about how you chose your family over more money and fame, etc, and just a little over 2 months ago, my husband walked away from a job (for very different reasons) to protect and heal our family as well in obedience to God. He still doesn't have a job right now, but your story encouraged me that doing the right thing may not look like we expect, but we can count on God leading us, protecting us, and guiding us. He will be there through it all. Thank you for that encouragement. I just started bawling as you talked about that because it was a God moment for me to hear that. Thank you for that!
I remember Corey and the Student Awakening with Allen Hood and others. Wrecked me night after night. The worship was so pure and deep, and the teachings, it all made me so hungry for God. Love this beautifully raw and honest podcast. The fact that Corey chose to raise his family over money, fame, and sold out arenas. My Lord. That’s what is missing from their generation and those kids are going to be world changers because their dad chose them over everything else. I think the fruit of his humble choices is going to show up in the kids, and them being solid and grounded in family and truth.
"Winning doesn't mean we outgrowing our need for grace!" That was some amazing Godly wisdom that we all need to get deep in our hearts! Thank you Cory!!
Reckless Love carried me through right after my 31 year old son died and spoke to me in such a way that I KNEW God was speaking to me through that song
After being a Christian for nearly 40 years, leading worship, burnt out after caring for my disabled mom for 23 years, I was a wreck. I heard Unravelling and it helped me so much. I came apart at the seams and it was so necessary. Thank you Cory ....and Rita, have been soaking to your worship music for years. Bless you both. From Devon in UK.
Reckless Love got me into Christian music. I was at my very elderly neighbor's house and to my surprise he played the song for me and said, "It does seem reckless what God did for us. He went out on a big limb." Christian music is the art form that leapt over my walls of failure and discouragement and returned me to a heart of worship. Thank you both!
@@AaronThinks Man's interpretation of God things will always be flawed! That doesn't phase God at all. He knows what is being communicated and He approves...
@@fredwallace4681 I don’t believe that’s true at all. Our interpretation of God will not be flawed if we simply stick to scripture rather than random thoughts from our own mind. There’s artist by the name of Tauren Wells, who wrote a song called all about you and one of the lines is and I don’t wanna waste my time with thoughts from my own mind because I am not the answer. if we stick to truth, we will never have a flawed view or interpretation of God and who is and Jesus Christ and who he is and what he’s done for us. It’s when we rely too much on our own opinions in our own views and our own experiences that we end up with, a flawed view of God like seeing him as reckless. That might be true from a human standpoint, but is it true from a biblical standpoint? Absolutely not. We can’t apply words and phrases to God that aren’t rooted in truth. God’s love is relentless and everlasting but is it reckless? No. God gave us his word to follow. There are verses that describe his love and not one of those verses calls it reckless.
My son sings Kind with all of his little heart , he is only five . Thank you for showing him with this song that he is kind and faithful even when life is rough . Thank you for the amazing times in that prayer room too,they are still marking us.
What a beautiful conversation. I’m sitting here recovering from neck surgery and realizing that I am addicted to pain killers for the 2nd time in my life and feeling afraid. Then this video shows up on my RUclips recommendations and I am reminded of the grace, kindness and RECKLESS love of Jesus. Now, instead of feeling sad and afraid, I’m filled with hope and the realization that God brought me through this before and He will do it again. Thank you both so much for all that you do. Don’t ever let anyone tell you that you’re not “the right kind of Christian” or that you’re not making a difference, because you both have made a huge difference in my life today. 🙌🏻💙🙏🏻
Such a good conversation to listen in on today. “We are not going to change the world with our opinions. We are going to change the world with our art.” Dying to self has to include dying to my right to have an opinion. Paul put it best, "...make it your ambition to lead a quiet life, mind your own business, and keep your hands busy in your work." To Cory's point on Jesus' kindness, it was Brennan Manning's book, The Relentless Tenderness of Jesus, that began healing my perception of God. My heart's cry is: Father, purge me of anything that distorts my perception of You.
I doubt you guys will see this but I’m going to type it anyway - both of your music was around in my early and formative years of being a Christian. Your knowledge of God augmented and helped to form mine. Songs like “Where I Belong” and “Always Faithful”, and “All I Need,” “I Have to Believe”… I can’t express what having music from people who write from a deep well of the knowledge of God means to me to this day. Thank you both. May you experience the kindness of the Lord and a strengthening from His courage. ❤️
Cory lead worship and spoke at my church’s youth group retreat in the mountains of NM when I was 14..which is 13 years ago. I still remember how I felt when God met me with his kindness. Funny how God uses strangers to make such big impacts. 🙌🏻
Thank you for sharing your testimony of how you came to fall in love with God. I know God has used it in so many ways to touch others, but it brings me so much hope as a mom with a teenaged son that has turned his back on what he once claimed…..that Jesus is his Lord and Savior. Your testimony shows me that he will have his own story to share with others to bring God all the glory…..all in God’s timing. Praise God for leaving the 99 to go after that 1. Thanks again!
Oh my! Mr. Asbury-not sure what you experienced, but Redding is my home; I love it so much. I love it for the beauty around it, and for what God has in store for this place. Some people use the name Redding interchangeably with a certain ministry; rest assured Redding is so much more. Please come for another visit so I can show you around.
Cory you struck a huge nerve in me when you said you didn't want to preach to the choir, but you'd rather sing about the grace of God to those who need to hear it. I love that. I sometimes wish I had the gift of evangelism "the standard way". But it comes out of my mouth all awkward unless I'm speaking about God's grace then it's effortless and filled with pure confidence. Yes, yes, yes, relate to those who need to hear that message of yours 💕💕💕💕
In tears . So blessed. I’m so hungry for wisdom and purity. There’s something so powerful in being real, authentic and vulnerable. It’s the power of the testimony of Jesus. I was undone. Thank you both
That was beautiful. The honesty of this conversation is powerful. We need so much more of that in the body of Christ. Thank you Rita and Corey. Beautiful!!
Though I have sung Reckless Love many times in church, I had never heard of Cory Asbury before this podcast. This was a wonderful podcast. I love story. I love hearing how God prepares his people for ministry. He (God) is brilliant in getting us where we need to be. He(God) wants to be known. I will be listening for Cory's music/lyrics point forward no matter the genre. Sidenote: I, like many, love Brennan Manning. Many many years ago, I attended a conference where he was the guest speaker. It was a stormy night. Those in attendance were small in number. The service closed with Brennan ministering communion to us. It was deeply meaningful, tender and sweet. I cried. My youngest son who was a child at the time, asked if we could go to church there.
Our family used to visit IHOPKC 3-4 times/year between 2005-2012, and I always loved being in the Prayer Room during Cory's sets. Really fun to hear him on your podcast! I can relate to his story about living a "double life" as a teenager, growing up in a Christian home myself and struggling through living under legalism but not realizing it back then. Your question at the end, "what do I burn for?" was so timely. I burn for wanting people to feel seen, known, safe and loved. Wanting authentic relationships and providing safe community burn within me. I recognize that my attack is the feelings/fear of being unseen and unknown, of no value, not worth anyone's time and attention (I'm learning to recognize these things five years out of an emotionally and spiritually abusive marriage of nearly 30 years). I sincerely appreciate you asking this question in this episode, Rita, because it caused me to write it down and see the strength in that burning. I see how it fuels my desire to communicate those feelings when I sing & worship, when I lead my home group, when I'm doing my job in my church's care ministries ... Yeah, really so good! Thank you for having real and honest conversations! These podcasts make me want to sit down and have coffee with you!
I loved this conversation for so many reasons. Rita asked thoughtful and real questions. Cory was so honest and yet respectful. I think there are many people in the church world who want to use their platform to throw shade at their previous churches. Cory could have, but chose to handle it with respect. I loved how he always went to introspection in the process. Was a fan of Rita and Cory before and now even more. Thank you for a great interview!
Yall probably won't see this comment, but Im gonna say it anyhow. I just realized what a dream it would be to be in a room with both of you , honest, normal, but crazy- talented people. Lol Seriously, BOTH of your songs have impacted so many, myself included, eternally. Rita , for me , "Defender " got me through some crazy life changes and church hurt. Im so thankful you released that song. Words aren't enough to say what its meant to me. ❤ I had the oportunity to see Cory in a concert around Grand Haven, MI. It was low-key (2 others up on the platform besides Cory). I left there feeling so incredibly inspired and encouraged. "To love a fool" is absolutely in a top 10 for me as far as albums go. Musically outstanding and thought-provoking, even heart-wrenching, song-writing on that album. Dude left it all on the table with that album. 😭 Thank you Lord for Rita and Cory!!! 🙌🙌♥️❤
Cory, my parents did the same thing to me to get me to IHOPKC. Played on worship teams in the PR. Actually went to your house with my one thing internship for dinner with your wife and Matt Gilman, we had chipotle and I made Matt a version of his hair made out of the chipotle tin foil lol. My life was captured by Jesus in “Burn” class too. I played coffee shops and shows everywhere too living in sin. Love to connect again. Literally your story is my story.
Cory thank u I was really struggling with all that's gone down at Ihop as it was foundational in my story . Thank u for reminding me what God did not to throw baby out with bathwater . I met you ihop London 2011
We saw him at a faith and family night baseball game a couple years ago where it started raining and many people were worshipping through the rain. I will never forget it! After it was over my daughter and niece wanted to chase him down and get his autograph lol he was gracious enough to give it and take a photo with them but I could tell he had such a humble spirit all throughout the show. He does what he does for the glory of God, not his own. Thanks for being a real example Cory! Wreckless love is STILL my daughters favorite song.
I watched this from beginning to end. There were a lot of good points from a humanist outlook. My main concern is how much new age teaching is affecting modern day “Worship Leaders”. I pray that the Lord would open the eyes of the blind. 🙏🏼❤️
LOVED this conversation Cory & Rita. Thank you! - And that last question: "What is your life's burning?" SHEESH. Thank you, Holy Spirit, you know some of us needed that question right now for ourselves as well! x 😍
I loved this conversation. There is one very important aspect that I would love to see brought into it: Deliverance ministry. Before the last bit of conversation, I could tell that anger is an issue with Cory, that is why the curse words emerge. There is an element of bitterness behind it. I really really loved this conversation but deliverance from spirits of rage, anger, bitterness, rejection, hurt, etc. Is a vital need. The Church has neglected it for a long while. If you see this Cory, hit me up. I would love to pray with you. God bless you, bro.
Cory, I can’t tell you how many times now I’ve had your newest album on repeat during the hardest season of my family’s life. Thank you for your honest faith and songs.
Thank you for being true and real Cory! I wish you and Ana were still in the Springs but I'm so happy for the closeness you have with Him and with your family. You are blessed because of your "yes"!
This is so great already sent it to so many of my different brothers and sisters!!! We're all beggars trying to show other beggars where bread is!!!!!! What a great listen. Praise God
Cory, my parents did the same thing to me to get me to IHOPKC. Played on worship teams in the PR. Actually went to your house with my one thing internship for dinner with your wife and Matt Gilman, we had chipotle and I made Matt a version of his hair made out of the chipotle tin foil lol. My life was captured by Jesus in “Burn” class too. I played coffee shops and shows everywhere too living in sin. Love to connect again
Stumbling, fumbling, knowing the light is warm, AND IS LOVE I catch glimpses of his mercy and his grace. Through almost thirty years since receiving Jesus as my Lord and Savior, I tried to fight the good fight of faith in my own strength. It didn't work. After a self-centered fall, I learned about life in Christ. Now I spend time with God every day, deepening my understanding of The Bible and who Jesus is. When you and Cory talked about "burning" and gifts, and how the attacks on faith will be in the opposite direction of what "lights up" the gift, you helped me see how to quiet the storm that comes with the attack. Thank you both for an honest, reasonable, and respectful interview. Stay steady in the faith. God bless you. Peace.
I always just assumed that with fame came greater opportunities and that your life would be hunky dory, but there's real sacrifice to attain those riches -- even with a song like "Reckless Love." I think the cool thing about Cory is that he's himself (which is what tons of ppl crave -- incl. myself growing up in the church) and still loves Jesus. The way he found Jesus should be a model for how we introduce others to Jesus. Instead of being afraid of people in their sin and brokenness, maybe that's exactly where they need to find him. And we don't have to be perfect to be loved by God.
I appreciate this discussion, grace and truth go hand and hand. I draw the line at SA of a minor, forgiveness is absolute but qualification to lead is a much higher standard. Thank you for being willing to address difficult topics Rita and Cory
Simplistic, prayer and scripture changes us! Testing times grow us. Humble us. An encounter with Holy Spirit and following Christ example of Love squishes Spiritual pride. Stepping out and looking at ourselves rather than comparing with others is Holy living. Cory the path God has had you on is amazing! Never stop listening and sharing! Thank you!
Such an honest and heartfelt interview. Thank you both for being authentic and willing to be open to criticism and well as praise. This interview touched my heart with such wisdom and grace. God Bless
This was absolutely life changing for me to hear. The struggles he has and how real he is about it. And how instead of pointing fingers he said let's love with grace Gods grace where people are at let him do the rest. I am in recovery from a drug addiction I have 7 years clean. When I heard this and reckless love and how God loves us right where we're at. It was a struggle cause your past haunts u if u let it. But him telling of his grace and mercy us as humans want to sometimes keep holding our sins to us that God has already forgiven. Thank u Cory for your realness and staying who u are to us
Flesh will always be flesh and Spirit will ALWAYS be spirit. Our journey on this earth always comes down to obedience and the cross. Cory, your song Wreckless Love is such a wonderful expression of the Father's love to His creation and God chose you as the pathway for that song...down in my spirit there's a song brewing about giving up the search for superficial Christianity and the empty words and music that are prevalent in todays Churches. The REAL anointing of a song that's written by the leading of the Holy Spirit that draws everyone to their place at the foot of the cross and the feet of Jesus and a place of surrender that then precipitates a heart burning for what's real in the Presence of the Holy One who sits on His throne forever...
This is one of the best conversations I’ve ever heard…Rita- you have such a beautiful gift of words and with loving people with such grace encouragement!🌸Cory-your sacrifices for your family makes you the bravest and mightiest warriors and raising up the bold to bring the Kingdom of God to earth fiercely! Thank you for setting your forehead as flint, and not bowing to the world!🙏🏼 Many blessings over your family!!
It's great to see Cory's transformation. I believe undoubtedly that God when he puts his hands on someone's life has great things laid out for that person. In fact, he reminds us of his plans for us in scripture. Because he is the God of deliverance he is more than able to abundantly bless us. We simply have to line up with his spirit. My communion with him has been nothing but awesome events that he has laid out for me. The things that he shows me continue to awe me in every way. Each time I wait on him he shows me things that increase my life's journey as nothing but a totally awesome experience. For example one of my most recent encounters was how he helped me out with a situation. Where I am getting ready to write a book on all the miracles and encounters I have had with him. The most revealing thing he showed me was after I was pressured to write my book by some publishers. He says, No, Not yet. So I obey him. Then weeks later he gave me the reason for the delay. When he told me no not yet, of course I obeyed him. So he tells me weeks later why the wait. He wanted to show me how he knew my thoughts long before I was even born. He showed me how to get that information. He even used two other Christians who had similar experiences. To help me how to know how to retrieve the information. When I discovered it. It was like No Way, that is so amazing. Awed by God again. I now tell Christians to commit their whole life over to him. 100% Body, Soul, and spirit then watch what he does for you. I began to see so many miracles in 1994. The moment I gave my complete life to him. He even used a snowstorm to bring this person to me three times. This person was a sinner. I was so awed by it all. This will all be part of that book. My greatest part as a Christian was when he showed up in my home in the Spring of 2021. I did not even recognize him so he then prophesized into my life telling me soon I would know who this individual was that showed up in my home. I did not even think that it was a prophecy at the time. Sure enough weeks later while surfing RUclips I came across this video of this 8-year-old girl who had painted this masterpiece of Jesus. She had this vision with him at 4 years old. It is by far the best painting available of Jesus today. How do I know? Just look at it, it looks like a photograph. Her realistic tones of flesh and even seeing every hair right down to a strand of hair on his face are remarkable. Even Michaelangelo did not even paint his masterpiece as good. To show you how valuable this painting really is today. A world-famous art collector has also swooped up this painting. It is now worth over a million dollars. (Gone up since the video was produced) I will leave you the video below Rita for your viewers. So the devil could not come by later to say something like all I saw was this video. He wore a different color robe and his face was totally lit up in my home. Akiane explains why she painted it with shadows in another video. I hope you enjoy the video. God Bless! ruclips.net/video/2B86y4XRCHg/видео.html
Really walked away with some real good nuggets. Mr.Cory, I have enjoyed your music, your blues voice but thought you were a bit of a loose cannon. You're not shy! This is the 1st time I've listened to your conversation. I love how your Authentic Saved Self wasn't sacchrined over to be a man-pleaser. You do have fire in your belly but your honesty, and Grace for yourself and others is clear. And, I am struggling with my belief that I'm not being treated fairly or good in this particular season of my life. I have to daily remind myself not to be discouraged and walk away from the thing I'm doing. I heard your words: being hidden is better than recognition ie being seemingly overlooked when one is using a## to get a job done.....I will now appreciate that particular move of God on my behalf. Thank you!
Wow, this was… one of the most relatable convos I felt like I’ve had with someone in a long time. Hearing you talk cory was like sitting down with someone and actually relating on a personal level in almost everything you were sayin. It’s rare.. the purity and desire for worship to God, what it looks like to have a life sold out to him, and the complications of what our culture has made these things, finally someone who gets it.
This was so GREAT! I cried and cried when Cory left IHOP, because I had just gotten there, dang it! I had heard his team worship throughout the Awakening, and somehow my heart "knew" what Cory carried and that I desperately needed it so I was scared that this "stuff" whatever it was, would leave when the Asbury's left! 😂 So, once again, I'm crying. What a good interview!! Cory exemplifies God's heart and His goodness. I didn't understand WHY this could be so powerful, but you guys explained it tonite! The artistic gifts bypass your barriers and impact you. Now I understand about Anna's art too! What an amazing team they make. I'm totally a fan of his music and hope that God impacts many thru it, not just Christians. Religious people may continue to harrass him, but hopefully it's like water off a duck's back. ❤ PS Cory has an amazing mom. Maybe you should interview both of his parents sometime!
Cory’s music was mostly the first Christian music I was drawn too.. now I see why.. I would pray that if I could just experience “ the presences of Jesus like he and so many others have experienced. I know how God died for me and loves me and I honestly am trying to live for Him but.. I’d give so much to be held by God. Id love to experence His presence.. if I have to wait till hHe brings me home .. I will but I can’t imagine what that’s like. Cory is just so real and so absolutely full of grace and Gods mercy and I want the world for him and his family. I’m beyond appreciative of his testimony..
This was a bit confusing. As followers of Christ, of course we are all about grace. We are all saved by grace. But we do have the need to encourage one another in kingdom living. And that includes spurring one another on in seeking Godly living. It's not about criticizing one another. But I just felt that u were not willing to take a stand against blatant sin concerning these pastors and leaders that are involved in very serious scandals. The Bible is our standard and whether we can admit it or not, leaders of the church, not a church, the church: body are held to a higher standard. We all fail at times. But does that mean we don't speak Truth according to Gods Word? Love both of u but I feel we all are too easy on sin... both our own sin and others. All must be done in love but must be done. The balance of grace and standing firm on sin has to be Spirit led. But we have to be strong. These men and women that don't represent God by sex sin and greed for money and power. And fame!! They should be held accountable. Idk why that is largely not being done. Mostly not being done by charismatics. Of which I am one. The non charismatics have no problem calling them out and using it against us. But they are right a lot. Being Spirit filled should be a walk of more holiness not a liscense to sin!! Again, this isn't about being judgmental, it's about holding up a standard. Gods Word!! Our compass in this world. Again, I appreciate u both but think about your platform. We all have to guard against compromise. In the way we represent Jesus. By the way we walk, talk, and live. Blessings to u both!❤️
You're absolutely right but this video is about HIS story, and I think he did a great job trying to stay focused on just that versus going down rabbit trails that he could've or maybe you would've liked to hear. #grace
She’s got an entire video about the ihop thing. This was an interview & I think it would have taken a lot of time do dive into that plus it’s not their place to call that out. No one condones what happened except unfortunately the perpetrator evidently since he hasn’t publicly repented.
I love you man! The man God made you. Truly encouraging, honest and real. The church needs this, the world needs this from the church. Oh Christ be magnified....
I always HATED the way a few in “the church” reacted to Reckless Love, but I forgot about it and had no idea how it affected Cory. Thanks for sharing this! I pray you God continues to use Cory and blesses his efforts.
Cory, you represent relationship not religion. Those that have found His love see that. Much respect for your walk. Thank you for your music and encouragement shorts you've done on FB. It's been a pick me up many days. Your Life has good fruit don't worry. We can taste and see that it's good. Humility sux and walking through a James moment now. Always cringe when He says go to James. The cup is sweet and sour just as his last taste was. We drink it because of our love just like He drank because of love. His love compells us to sacrifice ourselves on the altar of love. It can be horribly beautiful but we trade it for nothing because we find a love nothing like the earth has to offer. Be encouraged dude! Be blessed, strengthen and renewed in what ever season your in upon this message.
I love that Cory Asbury is REAL. I love that he is open, honest and not wear a facade of I never smoke, I never chew or hang out with people who do. He is sincerely authentic.
I appreciate this interview but I feel on the sin thing, when you have the Holy Ghost dwelling within you, you can resist sin. We make mistakes and there is grace for that, but we don’t have to live in perpetual sin when you are filled with the Holy Ghost and the word of God.
@@elloradiehlI agree with you in the first comment but I disagree with the deliverance. You don’t need to go to a deliverance team or ministry to “stay free”. You are free. The Holy Spirit lives in you. Deliverance is for people that have not accepted Christ as their savior
This story resonates with me...I've had a hard time with Church. Attended the same Church for 28 years, from 2 years old to 30 years old. Led worship from the time I was 15 years old in the youth group until I turned 30. Stopped after I just couldn't get behind the mission of the Church anymore. Was belittled on many occasions by our Senior Pastor and I couldn't take the abuse anymore. I've missed that fellowship so much. I led vocals and played guitar, my sister sang, my father played bass, my brother-in-law played drums and my best friend played electric guitar. I'm now almost 37 and my wife, kids, and I just started going to a new Church after my son (14) said that he felt like I'd lost my way regarding the Church. I thank God that he spoke up. I've felt better in the last few weeks after feeling fulfilled in a way that I didn't realize I missed so much.
He is so wise, we want to reach the “top”, yet recognition by people is so hard to handle. I enjoyed this interview so much! So much respect and love for you both!
Rita, I feel like a lot of your songs are the expressed cries of my heart. Cory also writes the cries of the human heart. Thank you both for being so real, and for making Jesus the prize.
So loved this conversation. Thanks to Rita for bringing Cory on and allowing freedom to be real. Beautiful. Great Grace of Jesus brought me back to him, no questions asked, just come. Blessings Cory to you and your beautiful family and for being there for the one. Jesus left 99 to reach one. Praise God.
Prepping for a sermon after a long week of camp last night. I finished up and thought in my head, “This one is really good I’m going to do well. People are going to be amazed.” And the moment I thought that, the very next thought was, “Great job Patrick, now it’s going to go horrible because of your pride. God is going to punish you for that.” I had a moment of prayer apologizing for my attitude and realized that God doesn’t want to ruin my ministry, He wants it to succeed in His name. When Cory mentioned about seeing God as this being that wants to destroy me that resonated. I need to be more open to the idea that He loves me.
This is the real thing right here. I loved this interview. Cory Asbury thank you for saying it how it is, being real, making the hard choices, and being such a wonderful representation of Jesus.
Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart for leaning into and showing through your music that God is KIND. I want to convey that I never understood the grace of God my whole life even though I was a Christian. The word GRACE made me so mad because I just could not understand it. I wrestled so much and could not spiritually understand it or get peace in my life. But after listening to your songs on repeat the past couple of years, and more intentionally Faithful are the wounds of a friend, I now understand more what grace really is and how kind and loving the Father is. My family is so sick of the song (in a nice way) it is just that I play it all the time and tears stream often. Also stepping away from the joy ride of touring to focus on your family is the best David kind of a heart. God bless you and your wife and your kids!
I love the genuineness of this interview. Thank you for choosing your family Cory. I’ve been in that season before. I heard from the Lord to step down, yet I ignored. I ended up getting demoted because the grace had left. I wonder if you hadn’t listened to God and taken that year off, what craziness might have happened. Possibly, something could have taken you down or caused you to stumble. So glad that you chose to obey. Your family being intact is the reward. Hope that makes sense lol.
I don’t know anything about your past, but you’re so uplifting and I absolutely think you’re so gifted and you’re exactly where you need to be. Thanks for being Cory Asbury.❤
This was such a life giving podcast. Being honest, asking good questions and being willing to think about things differently than we may have originally, all good take aways. From Grand Rapids to both of you, keep crushing it.
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Thanks for this! Responding to around 45min. Cory, you are a leader. For so many people you teach them the Word of God and they have little other exposure. Thanks for your honesty and openness. We rarely get this view of well-known worship leaders' personal journeys.
I agree- it’s not the opposite of what you burn for that others feel- but it may be what attacks you! We definitely feel the Kindness of God emanating from what you produce! Reckless helped me see my how much I was loved by my creator! He uses what you produce, beyond what you can imagine. I may not get to meet you here, but I will be one of the many that get to say thank you when you are receiving the jewels in your crown 🤩🥰
The true growth in God comes through testing. Standing through trials. Thank you Cory for sharing your heart, your history and your walk. I've been a worship leader for over 40 years. I think at 69 I finally have gotten to where you speak about. Humbling myself, surrendering to His will, not wanting leadership for leadership's sake. Lord help me to stay there. I would rather not be a leader. I really don't want position even though God has me there. Building a team founded on humility, unity, hunger and the fear of the Lord. Thank you again for sharing.
all the big worship leaders aren't where they were because no one is supposed to be a big shot anything. and i believe that also applies to many pastors who probably need to back out of the limelight and enjoy a simple heavenly down to earth relationship with god, family and others.
Love y’all. Thanks for the kind comments (and the rude ones) 🤠🤠.
Great interview Cory! I love getting to play your songs on my worship team at church!
Which ones? We’ve done Egypt, Reckless love, The Fathers House, where I belong.
@@danrichards7927 I’ve wanted to do Egypt! Reckless Love and Fathers House are staples for us.
@CoryAsburyOfficial Your music hits so hard!! Thank you and please keep doing what you are doing and touching so many people. Please continue bringing them to our Father. 🙏🏻🇺🇸❤️
I want you to know that out of the anointed musicians out there, I have the most respect for you and I haven't even met you. Keep loving on your family!
I walked into the prayer room October of 09. I have no grid for the moment. I’m not charismatic I fly from California on the advice of a friend. I was a 40 year old man who had encountered Jesus only 2 years earlier. This hippy looking kid, Corey asbury, is singing “no more shackles, no more chains” and I am overwhelmed with the presence of God and I speak in tounges for the first time because I have no words. And I don’t believe in this stuff. It’s 10pm and the place is packed and wow. What a moment I will never forget it. Life changing does not begin to describe that moment.
Would love to hear where God has led you since that moment in His presence.
So cool!!! Praising God for your radical encounter with Him!! Thank you for sharing this post. God bless you!❤️❤️🙏🙏
“Winning the battle with Sin doesn’t mean outgrowing the kindness of God” crazzzzyyy
I always appreciate Cory just saying what’s in his heart. He doesn’t act like he’s figured it all out, but continually learning. Awesome episode!
The heart is deceitful
@@htht856even yours
@@htht856 PERFECTED beings like u always sit and pass judgment 🤦♂️
@AdamFontenet No one is mad at what bible says. It's you pity lot with 'I am better than thou' that smell of shiittee. Sut down.
@AdamFontenet No one is mad at what the bible says. It's people like u with 'I am better than thou' that smell of 💩. Sit down.
“Recognition is harder than being hidden.” So true, Cory. The layers in that statement alone, hit my heart. Wow. 🎯
As someone who has grown up in the church and seen it all, been jaded, burned, judged, chewed up and spit out...this was SO encouraging to me! By God's grace, I am still in the church, still in ministry, still falling in love with God, day after day. Thank you both so much for your honesty, vulnerability, and 'real-talk'! My heart needed all of this!
Oh, I love this, bless you for not giving up!❤God is greater than man's sin.
"Whaaaaa I'm a victim."
Christ doesn't save victims. He saves wretched sinners.
@@matthewdyer2926 wretched sinner what is your testimony?
@@susanbeecher9831 Well the short version is that I was an absolutely hopeless wretched sinner, and then God chose to save me. The longer version is much longer.
I appreciate the honesty in Cory’s journey and his overall stance too: it speaks volumes to where I’m at in life. Thank you, Cory. And thank you Rita, for hosting him within your podcast space. 🙌🏿✨
When he said "It's clunky for families" I felt that! We were a part of (and still are in a different degree) a local prayer room when we had our first child. At that time, I had a leader come to me at the time and she said "You need to be here! He (our son) needs to grow up in the house of prayer!" . I know she didn't mean to say it in a condemning way, but my response was "He is growing up in a house of prayer. Our home is a house of prayer." and I never heard that comment again. Unfortunately, sometime the HOP structure can be strenuous on families and it is so important for husbands and wives, mothers and fathers to remember that our first ministry, after being a living sacrifice unto God, is our family. If that is failing, all else will as well. Living before the Lord and offering your worship to Him doesn't have to be in a house of prayer, it can be done anywhere! Being called to be an intercessory missionary is a beautiful calling and one that should be followed! But not at the expense of your relationship with your family.
Amen.
AMEN.
AMEN!
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“Recognition is so much harder than hiddenness” ❤
I went to a new life leadership conference once, and Jon Egan said, we need the leaders who will stay hidden in obscurity at their local church and stop looking for fame! It was profound!
So so glad I’m hidden, even when it feels at times like “this sucks”- as you Americans say. So glad for this wilderness. Blessings to all
I think a leader like Cory is crucial to the future of worship and church. Authenticity spills from him and I believe it’s exactly what gen z is looking for
Yes and thank God for raising up Gen Z to remind us to get back to being honest about faith because that honesty is also what God is looking for from us.
What is gen z?
Leader 😂
"You know the sun is setting on a society when small men cast long shadows."
How far we have fallen.
Cory knows he’s not meant for the wide Christian audience but for those select few who can’t help but to be authentic and I respect that immensely
Cody 😂
@@lucywhahappened sorry. Was multitasking 😂😂
@@rocimo124 He is literally one of the most mainstream milk toast evangelical entertainers active today; he appeals to the widest swath of soft evan-jellyfish hipster "Christians". What in the world are you talking about?
@@matthewdyer2926 ay go bother someone else with your poop mouth
@@matthewdyer2926all the people decrying reckless love because "God can't/wouldn't be reckless"
We lived in Colorado Springs and attended New Life when you began leading worship there…the day the lights and electrical things didn’t work, and you played your guitar and lead worship was so amazing….my husband and I looked at each other and said, that was the best worship service we had there….there is something to keeping it simple. Your songs have really blessed me and make me think of my own sons, as if they were written just for them….and praying the Lord will get a hold of them.❤ God bless you Cory!!
I don't know if you will ever see this, but WOW! This discussion was way more than I expected to get out of it! One of my all time favorite worship songs is Reckless Love, and I literally cry every single time. And just listening to all the flack you received, my heart really understands. The church has its issues for sure. I grew up in the church with a pastor as a father, and I watched the church terrorize my family for living in obedience and following His direction. And so I get that feeling. And then when I heard your story about how you chose your family over more money and fame, etc, and just a little over 2 months ago, my husband walked away from a job (for very different reasons) to protect and heal our family as well in obedience to God. He still doesn't have a job right now, but your story encouraged me that doing the right thing may not look like we expect, but we can count on God leading us, protecting us, and guiding us. He will be there through it all. Thank you for that encouragement. I just started bawling as you talked about that because it was a God moment for me to hear that. Thank you for that!
I tried to like this more than once, but it's not possible. Cory's revelation of grace in today's society is so real.
I remember Corey and the Student Awakening with Allen Hood and others. Wrecked me night after night. The worship was so pure and deep, and the teachings, it all made me so hungry for God. Love this beautifully raw and honest podcast. The fact that Corey chose to raise his family over money, fame, and sold out arenas. My Lord. That’s what is missing from their generation and those kids are going to be world changers because their dad chose them over everything else. I think the fruit of his humble choices is going to show up in the kids, and them being solid and grounded in family and truth.
"Winning doesn't mean we outgrowing our need for grace!" That was some amazing Godly wisdom that we all need to get deep in our hearts! Thank you Cory!!
Amen!!! :))
I don’t get it. Sorry I have ADHD
Reckless Love carried me through right after my 31 year old son died and spoke to me in such a way that I KNEW God was speaking to me through that song
So sorry for your losing your son. ❤
Its still not a theologically sound song though.
I’m so sorry for your loss. But please know that God‘s love is not never has been and never will be reckless.
After being a Christian for nearly 40 years, leading worship, burnt out after caring for my disabled mom for 23 years, I was a wreck.
I heard Unravelling and it helped me so much. I came apart at the seams and it was so necessary.
Thank you Cory ....and Rita, have been soaking to your worship music for years. Bless you both. From Devon in UK.
Reckless Love got me into Christian music. I was at my very elderly neighbor's house and to my surprise he played the song for me and said, "It does seem reckless what God did for us. He went out on a big limb." Christian music is the art form that leapt over my walls of failure and discouragement and returned me to a heart of worship. Thank you both!
Makes me wonder if worship music should be about man's flawed interpretation about the way God does things, or God's actual revealed nature.
It seemed reckless but it was anything but reckless. God is a God of order.
@@AaronThinks Man's interpretation of God things will always be flawed! That doesn't phase God at all. He knows what is being communicated and He approves...
@@fredwallace4681 I don't think that's entirely true, especially if we use words, phrases, and ideas directly from the Bible in our worship
@@fredwallace4681 I don’t believe that’s true at all. Our interpretation of God will not be flawed if we simply stick to scripture rather than random thoughts from our own mind. There’s artist by the name of Tauren Wells, who wrote a song called all about you and one of the lines is and I don’t wanna waste my time with thoughts from my own mind because I am not the answer. if we stick to truth, we will never have a flawed view or interpretation of God and who is and Jesus Christ and who he is and what he’s done for us. It’s when we rely too much on our own opinions in our own views and our own experiences that we end up with, a flawed view of God like seeing him as reckless. That might be true from a human standpoint, but is it true from a biblical standpoint? Absolutely not. We can’t apply words and phrases to God that aren’t rooted in truth. God’s love is relentless and everlasting but is it reckless? No. God gave us his word to follow. There are verses that describe his love and not one of those verses calls it reckless.
My son sings Kind with all of his little heart , he is only five . Thank you for showing him with this song that he is kind and faithful even when life is rough . Thank you for the amazing times in that prayer room too,they are still marking us.
What a beautiful conversation. I’m sitting here recovering from neck surgery and realizing that I am addicted to pain killers for the 2nd time in my life and feeling afraid. Then this video shows up on my RUclips recommendations and I am reminded of the grace, kindness and RECKLESS love of Jesus. Now, instead of feeling sad and afraid, I’m filled with hope and the realization that God brought me through this before and He will do it again. Thank you both so much for all that you do. Don’t ever let anyone tell you that you’re not “the right kind of Christian” or that you’re not making a difference, because you both have made a huge difference in my life today. 🙌🏻💙🙏🏻
god loves you through all the pain
bless you , take one day at a time , praying for you
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Two faces
.nice name for a song!
@@dankasper5104 2 faces?
This was awesome. The honesty was very refreshing. Never felt like talking points. So much to learn from this conversation. We need more like it.
Love this guy. Ran into him going to our car after he opened for For King and Country (I think) in Kansas City. Truly humble and authentic.
Such a good conversation to listen in on today. “We are not going to change the world with our opinions. We are going to change the world with our art.” Dying to self has to include dying to my right to have an opinion. Paul put it best, "...make it your ambition to lead a quiet life, mind your own business, and keep your hands busy in your work." To Cory's point on Jesus' kindness, it was Brennan Manning's book, The Relentless Tenderness of Jesus, that began healing my perception of God. My heart's cry is: Father, purge me of anything that distorts my perception of You.
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I doubt you guys will see this but I’m going to type it anyway - both of your music was around in my early and formative years of being a Christian. Your knowledge of God augmented and helped to form mine. Songs like “Where I Belong” and “Always Faithful”, and “All I Need,” “I Have to Believe”… I can’t express what having music from people who write from a deep well of the knowledge of God means to me to this day. Thank you both. May you experience the kindness of the Lord and a strengthening from His courage. ❤️
Cory lead worship and spoke at my church’s youth group retreat in the mountains of NM when I was 14..which is 13 years ago. I still remember how I felt when God met me with his kindness. Funny how God uses strangers to make such big impacts. 🙌🏻
It is His kindness that leads us to repentance
Thank you for sharing your testimony of how you came to fall in love with God. I know God has used it in so many ways to touch others, but it brings me so much hope as a mom with a teenaged son that has turned his back on what he once claimed…..that Jesus is his Lord and Savior. Your testimony shows me that he will have his own story to share with others to bring God all the glory…..all in God’s timing. Praise God for leaving the 99 to go after that 1. Thanks again!
Reckless is the reminder of are you willing to give it all up comfortably where you are.
I hope the blessing is 10 fold ahead, for all of you too.
I remember the first time I heard Cory. I was working and traveling with Eddie James. I was blown away. Thank you for being so authentic.
Oh my! Mr. Asbury-not sure what you experienced, but Redding is my home; I love it so much. I love it for the beauty around it, and for what God has in store for this place. Some people use the name Redding interchangeably with a certain ministry; rest assured Redding is so much more. Please come for another visit so I can show you around.
Cory you struck a huge nerve in me when you said you didn't want to preach to the choir, but you'd rather sing about the grace of God to those who need to hear it. I love that. I sometimes wish I had the gift of evangelism "the standard way". But it comes out of my mouth all awkward unless I'm speaking about God's grace then it's effortless and filled with pure confidence. Yes, yes, yes, relate to those who need to hear that message of yours 💕💕💕💕
In tears . So blessed. I’m so hungry for wisdom and purity. There’s something so powerful in being real, authentic and vulnerable. It’s the power of the testimony of Jesus. I was undone. Thank you both
That was beautiful. The honesty of this conversation is powerful. We need so much more of that in the body of Christ. Thank you Rita and Corey. Beautiful!!
“A lot of people will find their burning by looking towards the attack.”
Incredible food for thought- thank you!
Cory’s authenticity is beautiful.
Though I have sung Reckless Love many times in church, I had never heard of Cory Asbury before this podcast.
This was a wonderful podcast. I love story. I love hearing how God prepares his people for ministry. He (God) is brilliant in getting us where we need to be.
He(God) wants to be known.
I will be listening for Cory's music/lyrics point forward no matter the genre.
Sidenote:
I, like many, love Brennan Manning. Many many years ago, I attended a conference where he was the guest speaker.
It was a stormy night. Those in attendance were small in number.
The service closed with Brennan ministering communion to us.
It was deeply meaningful, tender and sweet. I cried.
My youngest son who was a child at the time, asked if we could go to church there.
Cory, I’m a worship pastor in California. I can’t tell you how badly I needed to hear this today. Thank you
Our family used to visit IHOPKC 3-4 times/year between 2005-2012, and I always loved being in the Prayer Room during Cory's sets. Really fun to hear him on your podcast! I can relate to his story about living a "double life" as a teenager, growing up in a Christian home myself and struggling through living under legalism but not realizing it back then.
Your question at the end, "what do I burn for?" was so timely. I burn for wanting people to feel seen, known, safe and loved. Wanting authentic relationships and providing safe community burn within me. I recognize that my attack is the feelings/fear of being unseen and unknown, of no value, not worth anyone's time and attention (I'm learning to recognize these things five years out of an emotionally and spiritually abusive marriage of nearly 30 years).
I sincerely appreciate you asking this question in this episode, Rita, because it caused me to write it down and see the strength in that burning. I see how it fuels my desire to communicate those feelings when I sing & worship, when I lead my home group, when I'm doing my job in my church's care ministries ... Yeah, really so good! Thank you for having real and honest conversations! These podcasts make me want to sit down and have coffee with you!
I loved this conversation for so many reasons. Rita asked thoughtful and real questions. Cory was so honest and yet respectful. I think there are many people in the church world who want to use their platform to throw shade at their previous churches. Cory could have, but chose to handle it with respect. I loved how he always went to introspection in the process. Was a fan of Rita and Cory before and now even more. Thank you for a great interview!
Yall probably won't see this comment, but Im gonna say it anyhow. I just realized what a dream it would be to be in a room with both of you , honest, normal, but crazy- talented people. Lol Seriously, BOTH of your songs have impacted so many, myself included, eternally.
Rita , for me , "Defender " got me through some crazy life changes and church hurt. Im so thankful you released that song. Words aren't enough to say what its meant to me. ❤
I had the oportunity to see Cory in a concert around Grand Haven, MI. It was low-key (2 others up on the platform besides Cory). I left there feeling so incredibly inspired and encouraged. "To love a fool" is absolutely in a top 10 for me as far as albums go. Musically outstanding and thought-provoking, even heart-wrenching, song-writing on that album. Dude left it all on the table with that album. 😭
Thank you Lord for Rita and Cory!!! 🙌🙌♥️❤
It's encouraging to see Cory is a regular guy with real problems, just like the rest of us.
Yah. Punching holes in walls.
@@mac8179 I'm sure more people have done that than would ever admit
Cory, my parents did the same thing to me to get me to IHOPKC. Played on worship teams in the PR. Actually went to your house with my one thing internship for dinner with your wife and Matt Gilman, we had chipotle and I made Matt a version of his hair made out of the chipotle tin foil lol. My life was captured by Jesus in “Burn” class too. I played coffee shops and shows everywhere too living in sin. Love to connect again. Literally your story is my story.
Cory thank u I was really struggling with all that's gone down at Ihop as it was foundational in my story . Thank u for reminding me what God did not to throw baby out with bathwater . I met you ihop London 2011
We absolutely love 'Dear God' makes us cry! Love how real and humble Cory is. Thank you for this.
We saw him at a faith and family night baseball game a couple years ago where it started raining and many people were worshipping through the rain. I will never forget it! After it was over my daughter and niece wanted to chase him down and get his autograph lol he was gracious enough to give it and take a photo with them but I could tell he had such a humble spirit all throughout the show. He does what he does for the glory of God, not his own. Thanks for being a real example Cory! Wreckless love is STILL my daughters favorite song.
I watched this from beginning to end. There were a lot of good points from a humanist outlook. My main concern is how much new age teaching is affecting modern day “Worship Leaders”. I pray that the Lord would open the eyes of the blind. 🙏🏼❤️
LOVED this conversation Cory & Rita. Thank you! - And that last question: "What is your life's burning?" SHEESH. Thank you, Holy Spirit, you know some of us needed that question right now for ourselves as well! x 😍
I loved this conversation. There is one very important aspect that I would love to see brought into it: Deliverance ministry. Before the last bit of conversation, I could tell that anger is an issue with Cory, that is why the curse words emerge. There is an element of bitterness behind it.
I really really loved this conversation but deliverance from spirits of rage, anger, bitterness, rejection, hurt, etc. Is a vital need. The Church has neglected it for a long while. If you see this Cory, hit me up. I would love to pray with you. God bless you, bro.
Love you Cory, always have. Your music was used by God, to save my life! No exaggeration ✝️💟
Cory, I can’t tell you how many times now I’ve had your newest album on repeat during the hardest season of my family’s life. Thank you for your honest faith and songs.
Thank you for being true and real Cory! I wish you and Ana were still in the Springs but I'm so happy for the closeness you have with Him and with your family. You are blessed because of your "yes"!
This is so great already sent it to so many of my different brothers and sisters!!! We're all beggars trying to show other beggars where bread is!!!!!! What a great listen. Praise God
Cory, my parents did the same thing to me to get me to IHOPKC. Played on worship teams in the PR. Actually went to your house with my one thing internship for dinner with your wife and Matt Gilman, we had chipotle and I made Matt a version of his hair made out of the chipotle tin foil lol. My life was captured by Jesus in “Burn” class too. I played coffee shops and shows everywhere too living in sin. Love to connect again
I love how Rita has become the white, Christian Oprah. These interviews are saving lives.
Woah! Saving lives. 😢
Wow! @jacobH.Cauley May God change your heart.
Dear Sister, we value you as a gift in the body of Christ.
Please don't call her the white opera. Opera not good for people. She's not a follower of God
How so
This was wonderful! I love Cory Asbury, I've played "Reckless Love" during Worship, and I always share the story behind the song, and the Scripture!
Stumbling, fumbling, knowing the light is warm, AND IS LOVE I catch glimpses of his mercy and his grace. Through almost thirty years since receiving Jesus as my Lord and Savior, I tried to fight the good fight of faith in my own strength. It didn't work. After a self-centered fall, I learned about life in Christ. Now I spend time with God every day, deepening my understanding of The Bible and who Jesus is. When you and Cory talked about "burning" and gifts, and how the attacks on faith will be in the opposite direction of what "lights up" the gift, you helped me see how to quiet the storm that comes with the attack. Thank you both for an honest, reasonable, and respectful interview. Stay steady in the faith. God bless you. Peace.
“Stay cleaning the toilets, stay stacking the chairs,” YES, Amen!!!
I always just assumed that with fame came greater opportunities and that your life would be hunky dory, but there's real sacrifice to attain those riches -- even with a song like "Reckless Love." I think the cool thing about Cory is that he's himself (which is what tons of ppl crave -- incl. myself growing up in the church) and still loves Jesus. The way he found Jesus should be a model for how we introduce others to Jesus. Instead of being afraid of people in their sin and brokenness, maybe that's exactly where they need to find him. And we don't have to be perfect to be loved by God.
I appreciate this discussion, grace and truth go hand and hand. I draw the line at SA of a minor, forgiveness is absolute but qualification to lead is a much higher standard. Thank you for being willing to address difficult topics Rita and Cory
Thank you, Cory - and Rita for sharing this enlightening and sobering conversation with us.
Simplistic, prayer and scripture changes us!
Testing times grow us.
Humble us. An encounter with Holy Spirit and following Christ example of Love squishes Spiritual pride. Stepping out and looking at ourselves rather than comparing with others is Holy living.
Cory the path God has had you on is amazing!
Never stop listening and sharing! Thank you!
Such an honest and heartfelt interview.
Thank you both for being authentic and willing to be open to criticism and well as praise. This interview touched my heart with such wisdom and grace.
God Bless
This was absolutely life changing for me to hear. The struggles he has and how real he is about it. And how instead of pointing fingers he said let's love with grace Gods grace where people are at let him do the rest. I am in recovery from a drug addiction I have 7 years clean. When I heard this and reckless love and how God loves us right where we're at. It was a struggle cause your past haunts u if u let it. But him telling of his grace and mercy us as humans want to sometimes keep holding our sins to us that God has already forgiven. Thank u Cory for your realness and staying who u are to us
Flesh will always be flesh and Spirit will ALWAYS be spirit. Our journey on this earth always comes down to obedience and the cross. Cory, your song Wreckless Love is such a wonderful expression of the Father's love to His creation and God chose you as the pathway for that song...down in my spirit there's a song brewing about giving up the search for superficial Christianity and the empty words and music that are prevalent in todays Churches. The REAL anointing of a song that's written by the leading of the Holy Spirit that draws everyone to their place at the foot of the cross and the feet of Jesus and a place of surrender that then precipitates a heart burning for what's real in the Presence of the Holy One who sits on His throne forever...
This is one of the best conversations I’ve ever heard…Rita- you have such a beautiful gift of words and with loving people with such grace encouragement!🌸Cory-your sacrifices for your family makes you the bravest and mightiest warriors and raising up the bold to bring the Kingdom of God to earth fiercely! Thank you for setting your forehead as flint, and not bowing to the world!🙏🏼 Many blessings over your family!!
Love this interview - I am so thankful that JESUS LOVES THE HELL OUT OF US ALL!!!
It's great to see Cory's transformation. I believe undoubtedly that God when he puts his hands on someone's life has great things laid out for that person. In fact, he reminds us of his plans for us in scripture. Because he is the God of deliverance he is more than able to abundantly bless us. We simply have to line up with his spirit. My communion with him has been nothing but awesome events that he has laid out for me. The things that he shows me continue to awe me in every way. Each time I wait on him he shows me things that increase my life's journey as nothing but a totally awesome experience.
For example one of my most recent encounters was how he helped me out with a situation. Where I am getting ready to write a book on all the miracles and encounters I have had with him. The most revealing thing he showed me was after I was pressured to write my book by some publishers. He says, No, Not yet. So I obey him. Then weeks later he gave me the reason for the delay. When he told me no not yet, of course I obeyed him. So he tells me weeks later why the wait. He wanted to show me how he knew my thoughts long before I was even born. He showed me how to get that information. He even used two other Christians who had similar experiences. To help me how to know how to retrieve the information. When I discovered it. It was like No Way, that is so amazing. Awed by God again.
I now tell Christians to commit their whole life over to him. 100% Body, Soul, and spirit then watch what he does for you. I began to see so many miracles in 1994. The moment I gave my complete life to him. He even used a snowstorm to bring this person to me three times. This person was a sinner. I was so awed by it all. This will all be part of that book.
My greatest part as a Christian was when he showed up in my home in the Spring of 2021. I did not even recognize him so he then prophesized into my life telling me soon I would know who this individual was that showed up in my home. I did not even think that it was a prophecy at the time. Sure enough weeks later while surfing RUclips I came across this video of this 8-year-old girl who had painted this masterpiece of Jesus. She had this vision with him at 4 years old. It is by far the best painting available of Jesus today.
How do I know? Just look at it, it looks like a photograph. Her realistic tones of flesh and even seeing every hair right down to a strand of hair on his face are remarkable. Even Michaelangelo did not even paint his masterpiece as good. To show you how valuable this painting really is today. A world-famous art collector has also swooped up this painting. It is now worth over a million dollars. (Gone up since the video was produced) I will leave you the video below Rita for your viewers. So the devil could not come by later to say something like all I saw was this video. He wore a different color robe and his face was totally lit up in my home. Akiane explains why she painted it with shadows in another video. I hope you enjoy the video. God Bless!
ruclips.net/video/2B86y4XRCHg/видео.html
So humble, heartfelt, intelligent and honest! We love you Cory 🕊️
Really walked away with some real good nuggets. Mr.Cory, I have enjoyed your music, your blues voice but thought you were a bit of a loose cannon. You're not shy! This is the 1st time I've listened to your conversation. I love how your Authentic Saved Self wasn't sacchrined over to be a man-pleaser. You do have fire in your belly but your honesty, and Grace for yourself and others is clear. And, I am struggling with my belief that I'm not being treated fairly or good in this particular season of my life. I have to daily remind myself not to be discouraged and walk away from the thing I'm doing. I heard your words: being hidden is better than recognition ie being seemingly overlooked when one is using a## to get a job done.....I will now appreciate that particular move of God on my behalf.
Thank you!
Finally a real conversation. It’s refreshing. Thanks Corey for not holding back and being real.
Wow, this was… one of the most relatable convos I felt like I’ve had with someone in a long time. Hearing you talk cory was like sitting down with someone and actually relating on a personal level in almost everything you were sayin. It’s rare.. the purity and desire for worship to God, what it looks like to have a life sold out to him, and the complications of what our culture has made these things, finally someone who gets it.
This was so GREAT! I cried and cried when Cory left IHOP, because I had just gotten there, dang it! I had heard his team worship throughout the Awakening, and somehow my heart "knew" what Cory carried and that I desperately needed it so I was scared that this "stuff" whatever it was, would leave when the Asbury's left! 😂
So, once again, I'm crying. What a good interview!! Cory exemplifies God's heart and His goodness. I didn't understand WHY this could be so powerful, but you guys explained it tonite! The artistic gifts bypass your barriers and impact you. Now I understand about Anna's art too! What an amazing team they make. I'm totally a fan of his music and hope that God impacts many thru it, not just Christians. Religious people may continue to harrass him, but hopefully it's like water off a duck's back. ❤
PS Cory has an amazing mom. Maybe you should interview both of his parents sometime!
Cory’s music was mostly the first Christian music I was drawn too.. now I see why.. I would pray that if I could just experience “ the presences of Jesus like he and so many others have experienced. I know how God died for me and loves me and I honestly am trying to live for Him but.. I’d give so much to be held by God. Id love to experence His presence.. if I have to wait till hHe brings me home .. I will but I can’t imagine what that’s like.
Cory is just so real and so absolutely full of grace and Gods mercy and I want the world for him and his family. I’m beyond appreciative of his testimony..
I’ve loved Cory’s music and after hearing his heart I love him more
This was a bit confusing. As followers of Christ, of course we are all about grace. We are all saved by grace. But we do have the need to encourage one another in kingdom living. And that includes spurring one another on in seeking Godly living. It's not about criticizing one another. But I just felt that u were not willing to take a stand against blatant sin concerning these pastors and leaders that are involved in very serious scandals. The Bible is our standard and whether we can admit it or not, leaders of the church, not a church, the church: body are held to a higher standard. We all fail at times. But does that mean we don't speak Truth according to Gods Word? Love both of u but I feel we all are too easy on sin... both our own sin and others. All must be done in love but must be done. The balance of grace and standing firm on sin has to be Spirit led. But we have to be strong. These men and women that don't represent God by sex sin and greed for money and power. And fame!! They should be held accountable. Idk why that is largely not being done. Mostly not being done by charismatics. Of which I am one. The non charismatics have no problem calling them out and using it against us. But they are right a lot. Being Spirit filled should be a walk of more holiness not a liscense to sin!! Again, this isn't about being judgmental, it's about holding up a standard. Gods Word!! Our compass in this world. Again, I appreciate u both but think about your platform. We all have to guard against compromise. In the way we represent Jesus. By the way we walk, talk, and live. Blessings to u both!❤️
You're absolutely right but this video is about HIS story, and I think he did a great job trying to stay focused on just that versus going down rabbit trails that he could've or maybe you would've liked to hear. #grace
She’s got an entire video about the ihop thing. This was an interview & I think it would have taken a lot of time do dive into that plus it’s not their place to call that out. No one condones what happened except unfortunately the perpetrator evidently since he hasn’t publicly repented.
If one can't stop repeatedly sinning..there almost a certainty that there is demon influence and deliverance is needed
@AdamFontenetIagree with Wandaray.
Thanks for making the video. First major red flag other words big famous worship leader. It’s frightening actually. May God bless you.
God’s love has never been reckless…His love is perfect and on purpose! Nice interview
Cory your talent is unparalleled and your humble. Your family is lucky to have you. What more is there 🙏
This hits. Thank you, Cory for your honesty.
I love you man! The man God made you. Truly encouraging, honest and real. The church needs this, the world needs this from the church. Oh Christ be magnified....
I always HATED the way a few in “the church” reacted to Reckless Love, but I forgot about it and had no idea how it affected Cory. Thanks for sharing this! I pray you God continues to use Cory and blesses his efforts.
Cory, you represent relationship not religion. Those that have found His love see that. Much respect for your walk. Thank you for your music and encouragement shorts you've done on FB. It's been a pick me up many days. Your Life has good fruit don't worry. We can taste and see that it's good. Humility sux and walking through a James moment now. Always cringe when He says go to James. The cup is sweet and sour just as his last taste was. We drink it because of our love just like He drank because of love. His love compells us to sacrifice ourselves on the altar of love. It can be horribly beautiful but we trade it for nothing because we find a love nothing like the earth has to offer. Be encouraged dude! Be blessed, strengthen and renewed in what ever season your in upon this message.
Loved Rita's insight into 'what do you burn for?' question - gave me such revelation - thank you xx
I love that Cory Asbury is REAL.
I love that he is open, honest and not wear a facade of I never smoke, I never chew or hang out with people who do.
He is sincerely authentic.
I appreciate this interview but I feel on the sin thing, when you have the Holy Ghost dwelling within you, you can resist sin. We make mistakes and there is grace for that, but we don’t have to live in perpetual sin when you are filled with the Holy Ghost and the word of God.
Amen! there is no gray area
@@cchico41 that’s why there is deliverance ministry as well so people can stay free.
Exactly! You should check out Andrew Wommack - he has some great teaching on this!
Yes we can’t live in practiced sin… with the Holy Spirit living in us.. should lead to repentance!
@@elloradiehlI agree with you in the first comment but I disagree with the deliverance. You don’t need to go to a deliverance team or ministry to “stay free”. You are free. The Holy Spirit lives in you. Deliverance is for people that have not accepted Christ as their savior
This story resonates with me...I've had a hard time with Church. Attended the same Church for 28 years, from 2 years old to 30 years old. Led worship from the time I was 15 years old in the youth group until I turned 30. Stopped after I just couldn't get behind the mission of the Church anymore. Was belittled on many occasions by our Senior Pastor and I couldn't take the abuse anymore. I've missed that fellowship so much. I led vocals and played guitar, my sister sang, my father played bass, my brother-in-law played drums and my best friend played electric guitar. I'm now almost 37 and my wife, kids, and I just started going to a new Church after my son (14) said that he felt like I'd lost my way regarding the Church. I thank God that he spoke up. I've felt better in the last few weeks after feeling fulfilled in a way that I didn't realize I missed so much.
He is so wise, we want to reach the “top”, yet recognition by people is so hard to handle. I enjoyed this interview so much! So much respect and love for you both!
Rita, I feel like a lot of your songs are the expressed cries of my heart. Cory also writes the cries of the human heart. Thank you both for being so real, and for making Jesus the prize.
So loved this conversation. Thanks to Rita for bringing Cory on and allowing freedom to be real. Beautiful. Great Grace of Jesus brought me back to him, no questions asked, just come. Blessings Cory to you and your beautiful family and for being there for the one. Jesus left 99 to reach one. Praise God.
Cory, Now is a great time to write. You have name recognition that you can break through at any moment.
That was me, too. I was raised in church, but when God stepped in me the same I cried I still cry 😢 I love the Lord
Prepping for a sermon after a long week of camp last night. I finished up and thought in my head, “This one is really good I’m going to do well. People are going to be amazed.”
And the moment I thought that, the very next thought was, “Great job Patrick, now it’s going to go horrible because of your pride. God is going to punish you for that.”
I had a moment of prayer apologizing for my attitude and realized that God doesn’t want to ruin my ministry, He wants it to succeed in His name.
When Cory mentioned about seeing God as this being that wants to destroy me that resonated. I need to be more open to the idea that He loves me.
This is the real thing right here. I loved this interview. Cory Asbury thank you for saying it how it is, being real, making the hard choices, and being such a wonderful representation of Jesus.
Such a beautiful, vulnerable and encouraging conversation!! Thank you for this! ❤😭🙌
Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart for leaning into and showing through your music that God is KIND. I want to convey that I never understood the grace of God my whole life even though I was a Christian. The word GRACE made me so mad because I just could not understand it. I wrestled so much and could not spiritually understand it or get peace in my life. But after listening to your songs on repeat the past couple of years, and more intentionally Faithful are the wounds of a friend, I now understand more what grace really is and how kind and loving the Father is. My family is so sick of the song (in a nice way) it is just that I play it all the time and tears stream often.
Also stepping away from the joy ride of touring to focus on your family is the best David kind of a heart. God bless you and your wife and your kids!
I love the genuineness of this interview. Thank you for choosing your family Cory. I’ve been in that season before. I heard from the Lord to step down, yet I ignored. I ended up getting demoted because the grace had left. I wonder if you hadn’t listened to God and taken that year off, what craziness might have happened. Possibly, something could have taken you down or caused you to stumble. So glad that you chose to obey. Your family being intact is the reward.
Hope that makes sense lol.
I don’t know anything about your past, but you’re so uplifting and I absolutely think you’re so gifted and you’re exactly where you need to be. Thanks for being Cory Asbury.❤
This was such a life giving podcast. Being honest, asking good questions and being willing to think about things differently than we may have originally, all good take aways. From Grand Rapids to both of you, keep crushing it.
Thanks for this! Responding to around 45min. Cory, you are a leader. For so many people you teach them the Word of God and they have little other exposure. Thanks for your honesty and openness. We rarely get this view of well-known worship leaders' personal journeys.
The songs the Lord has given you have been a blessing to me. Thank you for your obedience to God, Cory.
I agree- it’s not the opposite of what you burn for that others feel- but it may be what attacks you! We definitely feel the Kindness of God emanating from what you produce! Reckless helped me see my how much I was loved by my creator! He uses what you produce, beyond what you can imagine. I may not get to meet you here, but I will be one of the many that get to say thank you when you are receiving the jewels in your crown 🤩🥰
The true growth in God comes through testing. Standing through trials. Thank you Cory for sharing your heart, your history and your walk. I've been a worship leader for over 40 years. I think at 69 I finally have gotten to where you speak about. Humbling myself, surrendering to His will, not wanting leadership for leadership's sake. Lord help me to stay there. I would rather not be a leader. I really don't want position even though God has me there. Building a team founded on humility, unity, hunger and the fear of the Lord. Thank you again for sharing.
all the big worship leaders aren't where they were because no one is supposed to be a big shot anything. and i believe that also applies to many pastors who probably need to back out of the limelight and enjoy a simple heavenly down to earth relationship with god, family and others.